Adjunct Instructor, Electrical

DEPARTMENT:
Trades Institute

STATUS:
This is a temporary non-benefit eligible position and employment is determined on a course-by-course contract basis and may include teaching up to two classes per semester.

PAY RANGE:
Pay is determined by the number of credits taught.

FLSA:
Exempt

CLOSING DATE:
Open until filled

SUMMARY

FVCC seeks applications for adjunct instructors to teach on-campus face-to-face courses in Intro to Electricity Basic Wiring and/or Electrical Drafting. Teaching assignments may include alternative delivery methods day and/or evening classes. Must be able to work collegially in a team environment. This is a temporary non-benefits eligible position. Employment is determined on a course-by-course basis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Conveys knowledge of the subject area in an effective manner for successful student learning outcomes.
• Fosters positive student and community relations.
• Maintains and submits instructional records in accordance with requirements.
• Integrates subject area with other related curricula.
• Maintains professional ethics and confidentiality of students in accordance with applicable laws and policies.
• Works professionally with college faculty and staff to aid with the educational process.
• Remains current in practices trends and research related to areas of assignment.
• Attends meetings and participates in student and/or program assessment as directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Reports to the Director Trades and Industrial Arts.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum qualifications for instructors in career and technical disciplines:

• Three (3) years experience in the electrical industry; OR
• Three (3) years of post-secondary education in the career and technical discipline combined with work experience in the career and technical discipline.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience teaching in a secondary post-secondary or higher education environment.
• Experience using online learning management systems.
• Experience in differentiated instruction for diverse student populations.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to effectively teach content material.
• Ability to work within policies and procedures of FVCC.
• Ability and willingness to serve as an ambassador for the College by interacting appropriately with the college community and community.
• Ability to maintain effective and positive professional relationships.
• Ability to follow and issue directions.
• Demonstrated communication technology presentation customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to intermittently work non-traditional schedules including evenings weekends etc.
• Ability to maintain regular and acceptable attendance levels.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Ability to successfully pass a criminal background check.
• Ability to respond in the event of an emergency.
• Ability to perform a Medium Duty job according to the Selected Characteristics of Occupations Defined in the Revised Dictionary of Occupational Titles U.S. Department of Labor and Duty involves exertion of 20-50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10-25 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds continuously to move objects.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
In order to be considered for this position applicants must apply online at paper submission of applications or resume materials are not accepted for open positions. FVCC does not retain application materials for future consideration. Additionally applicants are required to submit the following documents by uploading them to the online application:

• Letter of application indicating how you meet the minimum qualifications and detail your work experience as it relates to the positions Knowledge Skills and Abilities; AND
• A current comprehensive resume or curriculum vitae; AND
• Unofficial transcripts for all degrees held AND/OR Professional Certifications (if more than one transcript or certification combine and upload as one document). As a condition of employment the successful candidate will submit official transcripts for all d degrees held and applicable certifications to FVCC HR prior hire. Only transcripts from accredited institutions will be accepted.) AND
• Three professional references with complete contact information must be provided on the application form. Professional references must be individuals most familiar with applicants work experience skills and work behaviors and supervisory experience. Do not list family and friends for professional references.

EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATIONS REFERENCE CHECKS AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS:Prior to any offers of employment FVCC conducts thorough employment verifications and reference checks and may contact organizations and individuals not listed on an applicants application or resume. Additionally FVCC conducts post-offer criminal background checks.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:FVCC is an equal opportunity employer. It is FVCCs policy that all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunities regardless of race color religion creed political ideas sex gender identity sexual orientation age marital status veterans status service in the uniformed services as defined by state and federal law physical or mental disability national origin or ancestry except as authorized by law. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions including recruitment and hiring practices appraisal systems promotions and training and career development programs as required by federal and state laws.

FVCC BOARD POLICY: The FVCC Board Policy Manual is available to review at ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES:FVCC provides reasonable accommodations upon request to qualified individuals with disabilities during all phases of employment including the application and selection process. No applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

VETERANS PREFERENCE ACT:Preference applies in hiring and provides a uniform method by which special consideration is given to qualified Veterans. Veterans Preference laws do not however guarantee Veterans a job nor do they give Veterans preference in internal actions such as promotion transfer reassignment and reinstatement. Applying for a preference is voluntary and that all information related to a preference is confidential and used only during the hiring process; the information will be maintained in a separate confidential file. To claim Veterans Preference you must complete the Veterans Preference Form (form is available at and email it along with document(s) that verify your eligibility for employment preference to for Veterans preference must be received by Human Resources prior to position closing date.

WINDFALL ELIMINATION PROVISION:Based on the Windfall Elimination Provision FVCC employment may not be covered by Social Security. To learn more about the Windfall Elimination Provision click